Hi, we’re Mark and Rocky, and we’re passionate about helping others discover the joy of cruising. Read on to learn a little about us.
Whether you’re planning your first cruise or your fiftieth, This Cruise Life provides cruise ship reviews, cruise news, port guides, shore excursion ideas, travel tips, and honest advice to help you get the most out of every voyage.
Combined, we’ve sailed nearly 200 cruises! Our experience spans nearly a dozen cruise lines like Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Margaritaville at Sea, Holland America, Celebrity Cruises, MSC Cruises, and more.
Through our experiences, photos, videos, and favorite cruise products, we hope to help you make the most out of your next cruise vacation. Thanks for visiting; we hope you’ll join our cruise community as we continue exploring the world.
Looking to book your next vacation? Drop Rocky a note and he’ll help plan your perfect getaway!
Who Are We?
About Us: Mark’s Cruise Bio
Learn more about Mark and how he became so involved with the Cruise community. Discover his passions and what led him to create an online presence for cruise enthusiasts and newbies alike.
About Us: Rocky’s Cruise Bio
Read about Rocky’s journey and what got him interested in cruise ships. Learn to love everything about the cruise industry the same way he does – and get lost in articles that dissect what it means to sail to great destinations onboard a cruise ship!
Want to Join us on a Cruise Adventure?
Check back here frequently to find out what cruises we have planned:
| Departure date | # of nights | Cruise ship | Itinerary | Who’s Sailing? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 26, 2026 | 7 | Norwegian Prima | Eastern Caribbean | Mark |
| July 27, 2026 | 5 | Margaritaville at Sea Islander | Mexican Duo | Rocky |
| August 27, 2026 | 7 | Brilliant Lady Join us! ^ | Alaska | Mark & Rocky |
| September 19, 2026 | 8 | Valiant Lady Join us! ^ | Fall Foliage, New England | Mark & Rocky |
| October 18, 2026 | 7 | Norwegian Aqua | Western Caribbean GROUP CRUISE! | Mark & Rocky |
| November 14, 2026 | 7 | Norwegian Viva | Western Caribbean | Mark & Rocky |
| December 6, 2026 | 7 | Norwegian Breakaway | Western Caribbean | Mark & Rocky |
| January 9, 2027 | 7 | *Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber | Eastern Caribbean | Mark & Rocky |
| February 27, 2027 | 7 | Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber | Eastern Caribbean GROUP CRUISE! | Mark & Rocky |
| May 2, 2027 | 15 | *Carnival Festivale | Transatlantic | Mark & Rocky |
| September 25, 2027 | 7 | Brilliant Lady | Mexican Riviera | Mark & Rocky |
* Denotes Inaugural Sailing
Keep in Touch
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We’d love to hear from you on any of our social channels. Or, if you’d like, you can contact our passionate cruisers via email:
Mark@thiscruiselife.com
Rocky@thiscruiselife.com